Is British Racing Green (#004225) accessible for digital body text?

Against a pure white background (#FFFFFF), #004225 achieves a contrast ratio of 11.63:1 (Passing WCAG AA normal text). Against a dark slate background (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.54:1 (Failing WCAG AA normal text).

Which color harmonies pair best with British Racing Green?

The exact complementary color for #004225 is #42001D. For analogous pairings, use #004204 and #003E42. You can explore these combinations further in our Color Harmony Generator.

Color Directory/British Racing Green

British Racing Green (#004225)

Q: What are the exact digital and print color codes for British Racing Green (#004225)?

British Racing Green has the HEX code #004225. In RGB color coordinates, its values are 0, 66, 37. In HSL, it is 154°, 100%, 13%. In CMYK print values, it corresponds to C:100% M:0% Y:44% K:74%.

Luminance: 4% · Nearest standard name: British Racing Green

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BRITISH RACING GREEN

#004225

rgb(0, 66, 37) · hsl(154°, 100%, 13%)

HEX#004225

RGB0, 66, 37

HSL154°, 100%, 13%

HSV / HSB154°, 100%, 26%

CMYK (Print)100%, 0%, 44%, 74%

Color Harmonies

Complementary

#004225#42001D

Analogous

#004204#004225#003E42

Triadic

#004225#260042#422600

Tints & Shades

Lighter Tints

Darker Shades

WCAG 2.2 Contrast Verification

Against White (#FFFFFF)11.63:1

Sample text rendered with #004225 on white

AA Normal: PASSAA Large: PASS

Against Dark (#0F172A)1.54:1

Sample text rendered with #004225 on dark

AA Normal: FAILAA Large: FAIL

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Comprehensive Color Profile & Design Architecture

The Complete Color Guide to British Racing Green (#004225)

British Racing Green (#004225) is a distinct shade within the Emerald Green chromatic spectrum. Characterized by an optical luminance of 4% and a warm-cool hybrid (vegetal / lime) color temperature, this tone plays a vital role across web applications, brand identities, and editorial typography. Discover its mathematical harmonies, accessibility metrics, UI engineering roles, and front-end code tokens.

Technical Colorimetry & Coordinate Breakdown

Exact mathematical values across digital display, print press, and human perceptual spaces.

HEX Code#004225

RGB Space0, 66, 37

HSL Values154°, 100%, 13%

HSV / HSB154°, 100%, 26%

CMYK Ink100%, 0%, 44%, 74%

TemperatureWarm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime)

Optical Color Harmony Formulas for British Racing Green

Geometric intervals calculated from #004225 on the 360-degree color wheel.

Direct Polar (180°)#42001D

Complementary Harmony

Pairs British Racing Green with its polar opposite (#42001D) to create maximum optical contrast, perfect for high-converting call-to-action buttons.

Adjacent (±30°)#004204 · #003E42

Analogous Harmony

Positions adjacent neighboring hues on either side of British Racing Green for serene, gentle, and organic visual transitions.

Split Angles (150° / 210°)#42003E · #420400

Split-Complementary

Uses the two colors flanking the direct complement of British Racing Green, offering rich visual variety without harsh chromatic vibration.

Triangular (120°)#260042 · #422600

Triadic Harmony

Forms an equilateral triangle on the color wheel, generating playful, dynamic energy when balanced against a neutral background.

Rectangular (90°)#040042 · #42001D · #3E4200

Tetradic (Square) Harmony

A rich four-color scheme combining two complementary pairs, ideal for complex dashboards, gaming HUDs, and multi-tier charts.

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The 60-30-10 UI Implementation Role for British Racing Green

Recommended proportional volume and semantic interface assignment.

Recommended Assignment: High-Contrast Dark Canvas / Typographic Anchor (30% to 60% Volume)

With a deep, low lightness of 13%, British Racing Green (#004225) provides structural weight for primary headings, body copy, and dark mode background canvases, delivering superior readability against light elements.

Light Mode SurfaceIdeal for buttons and badges

Dark Mode AdaptationOptimal dark canvas backdrop

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Color Psychology & Industry Alignment

Strategic cognitive triggers and target sector recommendations.

Cognitive & Emotional Perception

Communicates organic vitality, restorative health, prosperity, and ecological balance. Evokes natural renewal and positive validation.

Optimal Industry Verticals

Sustainable Commerce, Clean Energy, Health & Wellness, Wealth Management. Combining British Racing Green with intentional neutral whitespace reinforces authority and conversion clarity.

Production Code Tokens for British Racing Green

Drop-in design system tokens for CSS, Tailwind CSS, and SCSS.

CSS Custom Properties (:root)Vanilla CSS

:root {
  --color-004225: #004225;
  --color-004225-rgb: 0, 66, 37;
  --color-004225-hsl: 154deg 100% 13%;
}

tailwind.config.jsTailwind CSS

module.exports = {
  theme: {
    extend: {
      colors: {
        '004225': '#004225',
      }
    }
  }
};

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Frequently Asked Questions About British Racing Green (#004225)

Authoritative answers covering British Racing Green color codes, WCAG contrast compliance, and UI design systems.

What are the exact digital and print color codes for British Racing Green (#004225)?

British Racing Green is defined by the HEX code #004225. Its digital screen RGB coordinates are R:0, G:66, B:37. Its cylindrical HSL values are Hue:154°, Saturation:100%, Lightness:13%. In HSV/HSB format, it is 154°, 100%, 26%. For four-color CMYK process printing, its ink percentages are C:100%, M:0%, Y:44%, K:74%.

Does British Racing Green (#004225) pass WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards for text readability?

Against a pure white (#FFFFFF) background, British Racing Green achieves a contrast ratio of 11.63:1 (Passing WCAG AA for normal body text, and Passing for large headings). Against dark slate (#0F172A), it achieves a contrast ratio of 1.54:1 (Failing WCAG AA).

What is the direct complementary color for British Racing Green (#004225)?

The exact 180-degree optical complementary color for #004225 is #42001D. When placed side-by-side, #004225 and #42001D create maximum visual tension and high click-through conversion rates.

What is the recommended role for British Racing Green in the 60-30-10 UI design rule?

How can I copy and export British Racing Green into Tailwind CSS and CSS variables?

You can define British Racing Green in CSS custom properties as ':root { --color-custom: #004225; }' or paste it into your 'tailwind.config.js' file under 'theme.extend.colors'. You can also generate full palettes containing British Racing Green using our interactive Color Palette Generator.

Which color family does British Racing Green (#004225) belong to?

British Racing Green belongs to the Emerald Green family (Warm-Cool Hybrid (Vegetal / Lime) spectrum). You can explore full tonal ramps and curated palettes in our Emerald Green Color Guide.